Gun Collectors Dream Auction #84 June 13th & 14th
Lot 1512:
Sold for: $80
Description
This J. Stevens Arms Company Model 238A bolt action shotgun is chambered in 20 gauge. It features a 26 inch barrel with a simple bead front sight. The barrel and receiver show significant wear to the original blued finish with visible surface oxidation and light pitting throughout. The wooden stock has been amateurishly modified with hand-carved cross-hatch patterning on the forend and wrist, and the initials HES are carved into the right side of the buttstock. The stock shows considerable wear including numerous scratches, dings, and finish loss. The action includes a sliding safety marked SAFE with an arrow, and the firearm is fitted with an aftermarket Jostam Mfg. Co. No Kick Coming rubber recoil pad. Key markings on the left side of the barrel specify J.STEVENS ARMS COMPANY MODEL / CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS. U.S.A. / 20 GAUGE PROOF TESTED -238A-. Note that the detachable magazine is missing from the action. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The shotgun is in fair condition. The metal finish shows heavy wear, thinning, surface oxidation, and light pitting on the barrel and receiver. The bore is dark with visible pitting. The bolt action appears to function correctly, though the firearm has not been function-tested with live ammunition. The wooden stock shows significant wear with amateur modifications, scratches, and finish loss. The aftermarket rubber recoil pad is aged and shows some hardening. The detachable magazine is missing.
Share this lot: